cozy crochet

[rebeccav]

i just saw this on a site.... anyone have it?


Cozy Crochet (http://www.halcyonyarn.com/books.html) - Author: Melissa Leapman

[pfirsch]

I don't have it, but I looked at it while in the bookstore. I had read somewhere that it wasn't that good and I must agree. If you are a beginner, it's a good choice. If you aren't just starting out, you'll probably find it boring.

The execution is very nice, but the content is lacking.

Just my <img border=0 src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/twocents.gif" />.

[rebeccav]

okay! thanks for the review, josie :D!

[natalie058]

I'm not a beginner and I really liked it. I bought it, I still like it.

Seems like the patterns are aimed for younger people, there's a cute halter and skirt...

[kusine]

I thought it was just OK. I would get it from the library, but not buy it. I didn't find anything in there that I couldn't find from a better source.

[threeolivemartini]

i looked at in the bookstore.. and it stayed in the bookstore.. there was nothing in it that really "popped" at me..

i think you and i have similiar tastes.. i would hate to see you disappointed in this book.. i think the patterns are all so-so.. nothing specatcular..

[rebeccav]

thanks all! i really appreciate your input :yes

although, i feel like i'm a younger person... my round body tells me otherwise. halters are a privilage that i do not have :eek2 :lol

[sarahq]

I've actually made up several of the patterns in this book. Many are simple, and may not be sufficiently challenging for the advanced crocheter, but I'm still pretty new at this and found them to be excellent for my intermediate skills. I also was glad to find a book that didn't have a lot of clothing patterns, because I'm much more into accessories and home decor at the moment.

More specifically, the kerchief pattern is one of my favorites for using up extra yarn. I have several friends with long hair who are always happy to have another in a different color. The boyfriend hat was a great last-minute present for my father -- the pattern is simple, but he won't wear anything too fussy. I've also made a couple of the reversible scarves in a light chenille as gift for friends. I was intrigued by the reversible effect and the finished product didn't disappoint! The throw rug and skirt are on my to-do list as well.

All of the patterns are very "clean," meaning there isn't much embellishment. That suits my taste to a T, but I can see where it would be too "modern" for some.

~Sarah